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A dredge is a type of offshore vessel used for the purpose of excavating
the sediment. Dredges are often employed to clear out waterways so that
they can remain navigable. The dredge is made distinct by its long crane,
although there are many different types of dredges with varying appearances.
These cranes do not have to be solely located in water, as they can also
be positioned on the shore or on a platform.

Regardless of the type of dredge you were working around or on, Arnold
& Itkin is here to help following a serious accident or injury. We
understand the complex laws surrounding maritime accidents and can put
our knowledge to work for you. In fact, our team has recovered
billions of dollars for injury victims!

Why Dredging Is Dangerous

Like most maritime occupations, those who work on dredges have a dangerous,
but necessary job to do. Without dredges, waterways could not be maintained
for commerce. When sediment and other materials block passageways that
ships need to pass through, dredges are necessary to clear that material.
The cranes of these vessels are extremely dangerous, often putting workers
and those around them at risk.

Some of the most serious dredge accidents that can occur include:

Falling objects or materials

Slip and falls

Malfunctioning machinery

Crush injuries due to various issues

Any material that falls from a dredge crane can cause major injuries that
can result in amputation, loss of limb, or even paralysis. The good news
is that those who work on dredges are covered under what is known as the
Jones Act. You may also be entitled to additional financial compensation if a third
party’s negligence was involved in your accident. The important
part is obtaining legal counsel who can ensure you are given the fair
financial compensation you deserve from your employer and any negligent
party responsible.

Major U.S. Dredging Companies

The top dredging company in the entire U.S. is Great Lakes Dredge and Dock
Company. This company was employed to help remediate the oil that was
approaching the Louisiana coast after the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill
in 2010. One of the major accidents in this company's history was
the Chicago Flood of 1992. It was drilling pilings for a new bridge to
be set up but accidentally punched a hole into a tunnel that passed below
the river.

This flooded the basements of many buildings in the downtown Chicago area.
Gulf States Dredging LLP is a company that primarily operates in Texas.
In one of the more recent lawsuits against this company, an employee filed
a Jones Act suit against them claiming negligence in injuries he received
while working on a barge wench. For a complete list of companies that
are a part of the
Dredging Contractors of America, follow the link.

Arnold & Itkin is not afraid to take major dredging companies to court.
We have faced large insurance companies, oil companies, shipping companies,
and many other parties over the years. When our clients’ best interests
are on the line, we never back down. You can be confident that our maritime
lawyers are ready to fight for your compensation!

Reach Out Today for a Free Consultation

Dredges can be extremely dangerous for those working on them, bad for the
environment, and put surrounding workers at risk for injuries. Whether
you were injured due to a falling piece of material or suffered a slip
and fall on the dredge, our Jones Act attorneys are ready to step in on
your behalf.

Now is the time to have trusted counsel on your side. Set up a free consultation
with us today.

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